Sustainable Vernacular Architecture : How the Past Can Enrich the Future /

Sustainable Vernacular Architecture : How the Past Can Enrich the Future /

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Imprint:Cham, Switzerland : Springer Nature : Springer, 2019.
Description:1 online resource
Language:English
Series:Innovative renewable energy
Innovative renewable energy.
Subject:
Vernacular architecture.
Architecture, Modern -- Design.
Vernacular architecture.
Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11852289
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Other authors / contributors:Ṣāʼigh, ʻAlī, editor.
ISBN:9783030061852
303006185X
9783030061845
3030061841
Notes:Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed April 2, 2019).
Summary:This book discusses applying vernacular strategies to modern architectural design to adhere to basic green principles of energy efficiency and materials utilization. Written from an international perspective, chapters present the perspectives and experiences of architects and engineers from across the globe. Historically successful approaches are integrated with modern design concepts to create novel, sustainable, and resource conscious solutions. The scope of topics covered include natural ventilation, cooling and heating, daylight and shading devices, and green micro-climate and functional facades, making this a useful reference for a wide range of researchers and workers in the built environment. Covers the most up-to-date research developments, best practices, and innovations from countries all over the globe; Presents the latest research in vernacular architecture and sustainable building; Contains case studies and examples to enhance practical application of the technologies presented.
Other form:Print version: Sustainable Vernacular Architecture. Cham, Switzerland : Springer Nature : Springer, 2019 3030061841 9783030061845

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